Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons quality extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of salt
Salad
- 1/2 watermelon, peeled and cut into cubes
- 1 English cucumber or Hot House cucumber, cubed (about 2 cups cubed cucumbers)
- 15 fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 15 fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (more to your liking)
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt until combined. Set aside for a moment to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl or serving platter with sides, combine the cubed watermelon, cubed cucumber, and chopped fresh mint and basil leaves. Gently toss to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the watermelon and cucumber mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients with the dressing. Finally, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Use a ripe watermelon for the best sweetness and flavor.
- If lime juice is unavailable, fresh lemon juice can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust the amount of feta cheese according to your taste preference.
- For an extra crunch, consider adding toasted walnuts or pistachios.
- This salad is best served immediately to preserve the texture and freshness of the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian